Alocasia azlanii Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Red Mambo, scientifically named Alocasia azlanii, has a unique leaf pattern. The leaves are red, green, and purple in color, giving charm to anyone who sees them. Alocasia enthusiasts love this tropical plant because it's so attractive. But, this plant belongs to the genus Alocasia, which is toxic to animals and humans.
Common Name |
Red Mambo, Jewel Alocasia
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Plant Type
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Houseplants
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Alocasia azlanii
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Genus
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Alocasia
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Family
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Araceae
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Order
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Alismatales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Alocasia azlanii Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Alocasia azlanii.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Alocasia azlanii needs water once every
10 days in 1.5
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Alocasia azlanii needs about 0.375 L per 10 days. |
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Alocasia azlanii Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Alocasia azlanii to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 5 hours
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Temperature |
65°F
to 75°F
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Humidity Preference |
Medium
Alocasia azlanii prefers Medium humidity levels, between 40% and 60%. |
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Alocasia azlanii Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Alocasia azlanii. |
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Suitability in pots |
7L
Alocasia azlanii plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 7L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Moist but well-drainage
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Soil PH |
neutral
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Alocasia azlanii Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Alocasia azlanii plant. |
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Maximum Height |
12 Inches or
1 meters
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Spread |
12 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Brown
Green
Light Pink
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Alocasia azlanii toxic to pets? |
Yes
This plant can be poisonous if ingested by pets |
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Garden Style |
Mediterranean Garden
Patio And Containers
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Alocasia azlanii Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Alocasia azlanii, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
root division
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Flowering season |
No flowers
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Alocasia azlanii Native Region |
Find out where the Alocasia azlanii plant originated. |
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Country |
Brunei Darussalam
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